Assistant Director / Sports Nutrition
Assistant Director / Sports Nutrition
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$ 55000 - 60000
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Job Description
Job Description
The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity Service Honor Excellence and Strong Together. Guided by our motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts affirms and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department university and broader community.
The Assistant Director / Sports Nutrition will support the Associate AD / Sports Nutrition with all nutrition services provided to Virginia Techs student athletes. The Assistant Director will be primarily responsible for managing assigned teams game day operations for pre-competition meals hydration catering recovery and supplementation. Manage team travel nutrition needs and travel when necessary. Assist in the management of the Olympic Sport Nutrition Oasis Fueling Station that fuels over 350 athletes per day. Also assist with the operations of the Student Athlete Performance Center dining facility. Dietetic intern oversight and clinical oversight for all Olympic sports. Perform any other duties deemed necessary by the Associate AD / Sports Nutrition for the operation of the VT Sports Nutrition Program.
Required Qualifications
Masters degree and/or bachelors degree in Nutrition Dietetics or related field with related experience.
Significant experience as a Registered Dietitian.
Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Ability to work a nonstandard work week which includes nights weekends and holidays.
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle a fast-paced intense work environment.
Sports nutrition experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Board Certification for Specialist in Sports Dietetics.
Previous employment in intercollegiate or professional athletics.
Working knowledge of medical nutrition therapy disordered eating and motivational interviewing.
Pay Band
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Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$55000 to $60000
Hours per week
40. Nights and weekends as needed.
Review Date
6/13/2025
Additional Information
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About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Stuart Cochranat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
